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Learn about nutrition and pregnancy, including foods to avoid and foods to eat, prenatal supplements, and weight gain.
Make safe, nutritious food and beverage choices during pregnancy and while breastfeeding to keep you and your baby healthy.
Find answers to questions like, "What is Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?", "Where is WIC available?", and "Am I eligible?".
Check to see if you are eligible for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, which provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support and more to low-income pregnant or breastfeeding women.
View links to resources on folic acid supplementation.
Learn why you should avoid smoking, drinking and taking drugs during pregnancy. Also available in Spanish.
Improve your eating plan and become more physically active before, during, and after your pregnancy.
Find information, news, and resources for a healthy pregnancy.
Learn why folic acid intake is especially important for pregnant women or women of child-bearing age.
Learn why women should not drink alcohol if they are pregnant.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about diabetes and pregnancy.
Take this 10-question quiz to learn about folic acid and its role in a healthy pregnancy.
Welcome your pregnant body and overcome body image concerns with these ideas.
Read about how a healthy eating plan and physical activity play a role in managing gestational diabetes.
Learn about foodborne illness and how to reduce your risk during your pregnancy.
Find information on a variety of pregnancy-related topics, including eating for two, weight gain, caffeine and food safety.
Learn about taking care of bone health and special considerations during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Learn how to choose fish that are lower in mercury, which is important for young children and people who are pregnant or breastfeeding.